Benjamin Banneker HS vs Center City PCS - Shaw
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 578 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Banneker HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
703 students
Center City PCS - Shaw
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
202 students
| Measure | Benjamin Banneker HS Washington, District of Columbia | Center City PCS - Shaw Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4 of 38 | #81 of 142 |
| National rank | #750 of 16,910 | #37590 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 703 | 202 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 202 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 8.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 32% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Banneker HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 31.4).
- •Benjamin Banneker HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Benjamin Banneker HS does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 27%).
- •Center City PCS - Shaw does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 16.3).
- •Benjamin Banneker HS is the larger school with 703 students compared with 202.
- •Benjamin Banneker HS is a public school while Center City PCS - Shaw is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benjamin Banneker HS better than Center City PCS - Shaw?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Banneker HS ranks higher (84.0 vs 31.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Benjamin Banneker HS and Center City PCS - Shaw?
About 578 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Banneker HS: 703. Center City PCS - Shaw: 202. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Banneker HS and Center City PCS - Shaw rank in District of Columbia?
Benjamin Banneker HS is 4th of 38 and Center City PCS - Shaw is 81st of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).